Pets

Are you interested in bringing a few little fish home? If so, there are a few things you'll need to do before you can bring your water-bound buddies home. Don't think that a small bowl is enough to keep your fish happy. Imagine how you would feel being cooped up in a tiny space like that! The Humane Society notes that first-time fish owners should opt for a bigger tank than...

Even though your cat doesn't understand human speech, it's likely that he's constantly communicating with you. Cats by their nature are very talkative creatures - it's up to you as the owner to understand what your kitty is trying to say. Chances are, your cat has a lot to tell you, whether he thinks it's time for you to wake up, looking for a belly rub or simply saying...

Have you decided to bring a fine feathered friend into your home? If so, you have plenty of species to choose from, each offering something different. One common domesticated bird is the lovebird. They're a bright and colorful species that may very well bring a pleasant chirp into your home for quite a long time. If you're considering bringing two of these birds home, here are...

One of the most stressful parts of going on vacation is often the knowledge that your favorite furry friend is back at home, waiting for you to return. It's hard not to feel a little bit guilty thinking of those beady eyes, wondering where you've gone. Unfortunately, it's generally recommended that you deal with the guilt rather than risk bringing your pet on board an...

Winter is a tough time for many two- and four-legged creatures alike. It can be difficult to stay warm and dry when the weather outside seems so relentlessly chilly and damp. However, our cats and dogs don't always have the chance to simply throw on an extra layer of clothing when the mercury starts to drop. This is why it's so important that pet owners take extra precautions...

There are a few reasons to keep an indoor cat stimulated, both mentally and physically. If an animal grows bored, he can start to become restless in his behavior. This manifests itself in a few different ways, but bored cats will typically scratch up the carpet and chew up your wires. Luckily, there are fairly easy to keep happy - here are some tips on how to do so!
1. Give...

With summer comes warmer temperatures, and unfortunately our furry friends don't have the ability to wear shorts like we do. Imagine being covered by a layer of fur when it's 90 degrees out - not to mention the fact that you can't sweat. Unfortunately, this is how dogs have to endure every single summer. Why not make things a little easier on your pooch and give him a nice...

Quickly and decisively dealing with fleas is important to ensuring your cat's happiness. The telltale signs all present themselves pretty quickly - your kitty may scratch herself until she bleeds and you may see tiny black specks of "dirt" in her fur. You might even see fleas leaping around in your carpet! However, these pests are more than just an irritation - if you let them...

The decision of whether to get a cat or a dog isn't one that should be made lightly - though they are among the most common pets, both require very different kinds of care. However, it's also difficult to decide whether you'd be happier with one or the other, especially if you love both. Which will it be? Though a certain amount of personal preference comes into play, one may...

If you own an indoor cat, you may be wondering what you can do to help ensure he gets sufficient exercise. Although laser pointers and other toys are a great way to keep kitties entertained, more fickle felines will lose interest before they've had the chance to get their heart rate up very high. Patient pet owners have a unique (and adorable) way of getting their cats active...